media-exiftool

Read, write, and audit EXIF, IPTC, and XMP metadata across images.

15|4|Updated Apr 18, 2026

Search Tags:#images #metadata #exif #exiftool #photos #xmp #iptc

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/damionrashford/media-os --skill media-exiftool

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Skill: media-exiftool
Source: https://github.com/damionrashford/media-os/tree/main/skills/media-exiftool
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/damionrashford/media-os --skill media-exiftool

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires exiftool, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Managing image metadata is tedious and error-prone; this Skill provides a reliable, scriptable way to read, edit, scrub, and transfer metadata across files.

Core Features & Use Cases

Read EXIF/IPTC/XMP data from photos and videos and output structured results for audits.
Write or update standard tags across single files or batches, including GPS, author, keywords, and rights.
Transfer metadata between files or create XMP sidecars to preserve originals while editing in bulk.
Use cases include preparing media for publication, DAM workflows, or archiving with consistent metadata.

Quick Start

Run the exiftool wrapper with an input image to read its metadata and print a JSON representation.

Frequently Asked Questions about media-exiftool

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I batch edit EXIF and IPTC metadata across multiple photos?▼

Batch edit EXIF and IPTC metadata by using a scriptable CLI wrapper that writes or updates standard tags like author, keywords, and rights across single files or batches to enforce consistent tagging for DAM workflows.

What is the best way to strip sensitive metadata from images before publication?▼

Strip sensitive metadata from images before publication by using a dedicated CLI subcommand that removes EXIF, IPTC, and XMP tags to prepare media for public release.

How do I create XMP sidecars to preserve original metadata during bulk edits?▼

Create XMP sidecars to preserve original metadata during bulk edits by using a sidecar generation subcommand that writes tags to external files, keeping source images untouched while normalizing data.

Can I shift dates and extract GPS data from photos using ExifTool?▼

Yes, you can shift dates and extract GPS data from photos using ExifTool by running a CLI wrapper with dedicated shift-dates and GPS subcommands that read, modify, and extract time and location metadata.

Does this metadata wrapper support batch renaming and thumbnail extraction?▼

Yes, this metadata wrapper supports batch renaming and thumbnail extraction through specific subcommands that process image files in bulk, alongside reading and auditing EXIF, IPTC, and XMP data.